1 CRITERION VI GOVERNANCE AND LEADERSHIP 6.1 INSTITUTIONAL VISION AND LEADERSHIP 6.1.1 DOES THE MISSION STATEMENT DEFINE THE INSTITUTION’S DISTINCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS IN TERMS OF ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF THE SOCIETY, THE STUDENTS IT SEEKS TO SERVE, INSTITUTION’S TRADITIONS AND VALUE ORIENTATIONS, VISION FOR THE FUTURE ETC.? The mission statement of the University defines the Institution’s distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of society, of the students it seeks to serve, and in keeping with the institution’s traditions and value orientations, and vision for the future. 6.1.2 WHAT ARE THE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE INSTITUTION? HOW ARE THEY MADE KNOWN TO THE VARIOUS STAKEHOLDERS? The following is the mission statement of the University: The objectives of the University shall be to disseminate and advance knowledge, wisdom and understanding by teaching and research and by the example and influence of its corporate life. Towards this end the University shall: 1. advance learning and knowledge by teaching and research and by extension programmes so as to enable a student to obtain advantages of University education; 2. provide the right kind of leadership in all walks of life;
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CRITERION VI
GOVERNANCE AND LEADERSHIP
6.1 INSTITUTIONAL VISION AND LEADERSHIP
6.1.1 DOES THE MISSION STATEMENT DEFINE THE INSTITUTION’S
DISTINCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS IN TERMS OF ADDRESSING THE
NEEDS OF THE SOCIETY, THE STUDENTS IT SEEKS TO SERVE,
INSTITUTION’S TRADITIONS AND VALUE ORIENTATIONS, VISION
FOR THE FUTURE ETC.?
The mission statement of the University defines the Institution’s distinctive characteristics
in terms of addressing the needs of society, of the students it seeks to serve, and in
keeping with the institution’s traditions and value orientations, and vision for the future.
6.1.2 WHAT ARE THE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE INSTITUTION?
HOW ARE THEY MADE KNOWN TO THE VARIOUS
STAKEHOLDERS?
The following is the mission statement of the University:
The objectives of the University shall be to disseminate and advance knowledge, wisdom
and understanding by teaching and research and by the example and influence of its
corporate life. Towards this end the University shall:
1. advance learning and knowledge by teaching and research and by extension
programmes so as to enable a student to obtain advantages of University
education;
2. provide the right kind of leadership in all walks of life;
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3. promote in the students and teachers an awareness and understanding of the social
needs of the country and prepare them for fulfilling such needs;
4. Take appropriate measures for promoting inter-disciplinary studies in the
University;
5 foster the composite culture of India and establish such departments or institutions
as may be required for the study and development of the languages, arts and
culture of India;
6. make such provision for integrated courses in Humanities, Sciences and
Technology in the education programmes of the University.
The goals and objectives of the University are made known to its various stakeholders
through various forums like Academic Council, Executive Council, Court, Board of
Studies etc. and through activities such as curriculum construction, cultural and sports
functions, academic talks and discussions, media presentations, and degree and award
functions etc.
6.1.3 DOES THE INSTITUTION HAVE A MISSION STATEMENT AND GOALS
REFLECTING QUALITY? IF YES, GIVE DETAILS.
The University aims to take appropriate measures to ensure high quality of research and
teaching especially through the promotion of inter disciplinary studies. It seeks to secure
a qualitative improvement in its functioning by being responsive to the needs and
aspiration of its various stake holders.
6.1.4 WHAT MEASURES HAS THE INSTITUTION TAKEN TO TRANSLATE
QUALITY TO ITS VARIOUS ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACADEMIC
UNITS?
Administrative
Confidential Report are detailed and objectively prepared. These are considered
before promotion.
Computer training programmes for its administrative employees have been
undertaken to improve their efficiency.
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Academic
Internal Quality Assurance Committee was constituted by the University.
Internal Assessment at the PG level has been introduced.
Registration to Ph.D only twice a year after careful scrutiny.
Entrance test for admission to the M.Phil programmes.
Revision of all courses of study.
Starting of new courses by the different Departments of the University.
6.1.5 WHAT ARE THE LEADERSHIP FUNCTIONS OF THE HEAD OF THE
INSTITUTION? HOW IS THE LEADERSHIP SYSTEM ESTABLISHED IN
THE UNIVERSITY?
As per Act-10 the following shall be the Officers of the University:
i. the Chancellor
ii. the Vice-Chancellor
iia the Pro-Vice-Chancellor
iii the Deans of Faculties
iv the Registrar
iv a the Controller of Examinations
v the Finance Officer &
vi such other persons in the service of the University as may be declared by
the Statutes to be the officers of the University.
1. Dean of Studies
2. Dean of Students’ Welfare
3. Dean of College-cum-Director College Development Council.
4. Librarian.
5. Chief Warden
Their powers and functions have been defined in the Act/ Statutes of the first Act of the
H.P. University, 1970.
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Vice- Chancellor is the head of the institution and the terms and conditions of service are
defined under Sec. 12A of the Ordinance. The powers and duties of the Vice- Chancellor
have been defined under section 12-c of the Act.
Powers and Duties of the Vice- Chancellor
1. The Vice-Chancellor, who shall be the principal executive and academic
officer of the University, shall take rank next to the Chancellor and shall
exercise general supervision and control over the affairs of the University,
and shall, in the absence of the Chancellor, preside at the meetings of the
Court and any convocation of the University.
2. The Vice-Chancellor shall be the ex-officio Chairman of the Executive
Council, the Academic Council and Finance Committee, he shall be entitled
to be present at and to address any meeting of any authority or body of the
University, but shall not be entitled to vote there at unless he is member of
such authority or body.
3. The Vice-Chancellor shall exercise general supervision and control over the
affairs of the University and shall be responsible for its proper and efficient
functioning. He shall also exercise all powers necessary for due
maintenance of discipline in the University.
4. He shall ensure the observance of the provisions of this Act, the Statutes,
Ordinances and Regulations and he shall have all powers necessary for that
purpose.
5. The Vice-Chancellor shall, either himself or through any officer of the
University authorized in writing by him, convene the meeting of the
Executive Council, the Academic Council and the Finance Committee and
shall perform all such acts as may be necessary to carry out the provisions
contained in this Act, the Statutes, the Ordinances and the Regulations and
to give effect to the decisions of the said authorities.
6. The Vice-Chancellor shall, at the close of each academic year, in the
manner prescribed in the Statutes or Ordinances, assess and evaluate the
teaching and research work done by the members of the Faculty. On such
assessment or the evaluation, if the Vice-Chancellor is of the opinion that
the work and conduct of any member of the Faculty is not satisfactory, he
shall, in the manner as laid down in the Statutes or Ordinances, initiate or
cause to be initiated action against such a member.
7. In case of any emergency which, in his opinion, required immediate action,
the Vice-Chancellor shall take such action as he deems necessary and shall
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at the earliest opportunity thereafter report the action taken to such authority
or body as would in the ordinary course have dealt with the matter;
Provided that if the action taken by the Vice-Chancellor is not approved by
the authority or body concerned it may refer the matter to the Chancellor
whose decision shall be final;
Provided further that if the decision taken by the authority or body on the
report of the Vice-Chancellor under this sub-section affects adversely any
person in the service of the University, the person may prefer an appeal to
the Chancellor within thirty days from the date on which decision was
communicated to him and the decision of the Chancellor on such appeal
shall be final.
8. The Vice-Chancellor shall, exercise such other powers as may be prescribed
by the Statutes, Ordinances and Regulations.
The Vice-Chancellor establishes his leadership functions in the functioning of the
University through his team consisting of Registrar, Finance Officer, Controller of
Examinations, Planning and Development Officer, Dean of Studies, Dean, Students’
Welfare, Chief Warden, Dean, Planning, Deans of various faculties, Chairpersons of
different Departments, and through various academic bodies.
6.1.6 IS THE FACULTY INVOLVED IN DECISION-MAKING? IF YES, HOW?
Yes, as per act and Statute of the University besides other members, the teachers are also
the members of various bodies. The Departmental Councils of all the teaching
Departments in the University are actively involved in taking decisions regarding
academic and research activities.
6.2 ORGANIZATIONAL ARRANGEMENTS
6.2.1 GIVE THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE AND THE DETAILS OF
THE STATUTORY BODIES?
Organizational arrangements:
The details of the statutory bodies provided in Act & Statutes are as under:
i. the Court
ii. the Executive Council
iii. the Academic Council
iv. Faculties
v. Finance Committee
vi. Board of Studies
vii. Students Council
Organizational Chart of H.P.University, Shimla
Various statutory bodies of the institution and the details of their composition
follows:
• The Court: The court plans and reviews from time to time the broad policies
and programmes of the University and suggests measures for their
improvement. It considers and passes
University. Besides, it exercises all the powers of the University not otherwise
provided by the Act or the Statutes.
• Executive Council
the conduct of all
the Executive Council
the Academic Council
Faculties
Finance Committee
Board of Studies
Students Council
Organizational Chart of H.P.University, Shimla
bodies of the institution and the details of their composition
: The court plans and reviews from time to time the broad policies
and programmes of the University and suggests measures for their
improvement. It considers and passes resolutions on the annual report of the
University. Besides, it exercises all the powers of the University not otherwise
provided by the Act or the Statutes.
Executive Council: It is the Governing Body of the University responsible for
the conduct of all its affairs.
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bodies of the institution and the details of their composition is as
: The court plans and reviews from time to time the broad policies
and programmes of the University and suggests measures for their
resolutions on the annual report of the
University. Besides, it exercises all the powers of the University not otherwise
: It is the Governing Body of the University responsible for
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• Academic Council: It is the principal policy-making body on all academic
matters and approves new courses, curriculum, scheme of examinations and
research activities to be pursued by the various departments and institutions.
• Faculty: It reviews the recommendations of the Boards of Studies of different
subjects falling in it for the consideration of Academic Council and other
higher bodies, in addition to its other functions as prescribed in the Statutes.
• Finance Committee: It is an Apex Committee for finalization of Budget and
approval of all issues having financial implications and involving State
funding.
• Board of Studies: It makes recommendations to the concerned Faculty on
matters relating to examinations, syllabi, textbooks, instructional methods, and
standards of teaching and research.
• Students Council: It makes recommendations to the Executive Council and
Academic Council with regard to curricular issues, co-curricular activities and
the corporate life of the University. The Vice-Chancellor too can refer some of
these issues to the Student Council to improve the overall academic ethos and
culture.
The list of officers at the Registrar level and above is as follows:
1. Registrar
2. Controller of Examinations
3. Finance Officer
4. Planning & Development Officer
5. Librarian
6. Dean Students Welfare
7. Dean of Colleges-cum-Director CDC
8. Directors
9. Deans of Faculties
10. Dean of Studies
11. Pro Vice-Chancellor
12. Vice-Chancellor
13. Chancellor
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6.2.2 GIVE DETAILS OF THE MEETINGS HELD, THE DECISIONS MADE,